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🏆🥇✨Proven track record of delivering top-notch IT solutions ✨🥇🏆 - I specialize in networking, cybersecurity and virtualization including Citrix, VMware, and Microsoft technologies. My expertise spans Unifi, Meraki and Cisco in networking, SonicWall, Palo Alto and FortiNet in security as well as VMware, XenServer and Hyper-V virtualization. I've consistently achieved high client satisfaction through my dedication to excellence and attention to detail. **Key Skills:** 👉 Virtual Machine Management: Proficient in template automation, Citrix MCS, PVS, and Citrix AppLayering for efficient virtual machine deployment and management. 👉 User Experience Optimization: Skilled in enhancing user experience with Citrix WEM, Citrix UPM, Profile Unity, and AppSense solutions. 👉 Wireless Deployments: Experienced in deploying wireless solutions from Meraki, Ubiquiti, and Cisco for seamless connectivity. 👉 Network Security: Expertise in implementing and managing network security firewalls from Meraki, Ubiquiti, SonicWall, Cisco, and Palo Alto to ensure robust protection. 👉 Storage Area Network (SAN) Deployment: Knowledgeable in SAN deployment utilizing Pure Storage and Dell/EMC solutions for reliable data storage. 👉 Exchange Connectivity: Proficient in troubleshooting Exchange connectivity issues and optimizing mail flow for uninterrupted communication. 👉 Windows Patch Management: Skilled in deploying Windows patches using WSUS and Ivanti Patch for enhanced system security and performance. 👉 Microsoft Distributed File Services (DFSr) Deployments: Experienced in deploying DFSr solutions for efficient file replication and management. **Why Choose Me:** ✅ Proven Track Record: With a long history of successful client engagements, I have built a reputation for delivering exceptional IT solutions. ✅ Client Satisfaction: My focus on client satisfaction drives me to go above and beyond to meet project requirements and exceed expectations. ✅ Technical Expertise: I stay updated with the latest advancements in Citrix, VMware, and Microsoft technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions. ✅ Attention to Detail: I pay meticulous attention to detail in every project, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in implementation. ✅ Collaborative Approach: I believe in transparent communication and collaboration, working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. **Let's Connect:** 🥇 Ready to elevate your IT infrastructure? Reach out to discuss how I can help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively.

I’m a network engineer with over 9 years of experience in managing, optimizing, and securing complex network infrastructures in global environments. Professional Background: I offer end-to-end network solutions—from setup to optimization—designed to give your business uninterrupted performance, top-tier security, and long-term stability. Specializations: 1. Cisco Technologies (Routers, Switches, Firewalls - ASA, ISE, SD-WAN, VPN - AnyConnect) 2. Juniper (Routers and Switches) 3. Arista (Routers and Switches) 4. Meraki (Switches and Access Points) 5. Palo Alto Firewalls 6. Fortigate Firewalls 7. Linux Servers 8. VMWare vCenter Certifications: 1. CCNP Enterprise 2. CCNA Security and Data Center 3. AWS Cloud Practitioner If you’re looking for a reliable professional to manage your network, resolve technical challenges, and strengthen your infrastructure's security and efficiency, let’s connect.

As a highly skilled and experienced professional with over 08+ years of expertise, I hold notable certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, RHCE, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) . I have established myself as an accomplished network, system, and security engineer, capable of delivering complete solutions for designing, configuring, automating, and managing network and system projects. My proficiency in using simulation software such as Packet Tracer and GNS3, as well as real-life network and system devices, make me a valuable asset for any project. My few hands-on experiences is: ⭐Network Design by MS Visio, Cisco packet tracer, GNS3, and EVE-NG ⭐Netacad CCNA and CCNP packet tracer Labs activities, projects design and solution ⭐ Expert in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Cisco routers, switches, FTD, FMC, and ASA firewalls. ⭐ Expert in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Fortigate, Sophos, Check Point, SonicWall, Palo Alto, pfSense, OPNsense & Huawei firewalls, ⭐Netgear, Huawei, Aruba switch, DrayTek router, TP-Link and others vendor wireless router configurations. ✅Cisco, Tp-Link, Aruba, Fortinet, Ubiquiti, Planet, Huwei switch configurations. ⭐Proficient in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Unifi Enterprise Fortress Gateway, UDM Pro, Unifi Cloudkey, USG UniFi Firewall , Security Gateway, Switch, and AP devices. ⭐Expert in Linux administration, with expertise in Ubuntu, Red Hat, openSuse, CentOS, Debian, and Kali Linux distributions. ⭐Expert in Windows server administration , Active Directory management, Exchange Server administration, DNS configuration, DHCP implementation, and Windows operating system support. ⭐Experienced in managing and configuring virtualization platforms including HYPER-V, VMware ESXi, VMware Workstation, KVM, VirtualBox, and Proxmox. ⭐Servers: HP Proliant Servers, Dell/EMC Servers, IBM ⭐MikroTik Routers configuration ✅ Cloud Administrator: Azure, AMAZON AWS , Google GCP, OVH and Digital Ocean ⭐VLSM/subnetting of small to large enterprises ⭐VLANs, Inter-VLAN routing, VTP, CDP, Ether-Channel(LACP, PAGP), Spanning Tree (STP, PVST++, MSTP), and FHRP Protocols ⭐IPV4 & IPV6 IP planning, DHCP, NAT/PAT configuration and IP helper address ⭐static and Dynamic Routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) configuration ⭐Layer-3 Redudent/backup links Using HSRP, VRRP ⭐Port security, ACL( access list) configuration ⭐Network troubleshooting and optimization ⭐VPN Configuration Expert (GRE , SSL, IPSEC, PPTP, OPENVPN , wireguard & DMVPN) ⭐Advanced Excel skills, including macro, VBA, VLOOKUP, and other automation techniques ⭐Network automation script for any cisco and fortigate devices using python ⭐ Skilled in automation using Bash/Shell scripting ✅Overlay Networks VPN Expertise: Proficient in configuring and managing various overlay network VPNs, including ZeroTier, Tailscale, WireGuard, SoftEther VPN, Netbird , Netmaker, OpenVPN Cloud, I, Twingate and PeerVPN for secure, scalable, and decentralized networking, enabling seamless remote access, team collaboration, and encrypted communications across distributed systems. ✅Beryl AX and Flint Router Configuration Expert ( Mini Router, Travel Router, Home Wi-Fi, cellular Router) like GL-MT6000, GL-AXT1800, GL-MT3000, GL-A1300 etc ✅Cisco Duo: MFA, 2FA, SSO, Identity Security Integration, Windows Logon, RDP, Microsoft AD, VPN Authentication.

I am a CCIE-certified Network Engineer with over 14 years of experience designing, upgrading, and supporting on premise and hybrid enterprise network infrastructure across healthcare, financial services, professional services, public sector, and managed services environments. My background is rooted in deep hands-on expertise across routing and switching, data center networking, WAN architecture, and advanced troubleshooting in complex, multi-vendor environments. I have worked extensively with platforms including Cisco, Palo Alto, Infoblox, Arista, and Juniper. Throughout my career, I have led large-scale remote and hybrid deployments, stabilized critical network environments, and improved uptime, performance, and scalability across both data centers and distributed enterprise systems. I bring a strong ability to partner cross-functionally with infrastructure, security, and operations teams to deliver resilient, high-performing network solutions. CORE COMPETENCIES: ★ Data Center Architecture ★ Routing & Switching ★ SD-WAN ★ Network Security ★ WAN Architecture ★ Infrastructure Modernization ★ Advanced Troubleshooting ★ Cisco Nexus & Catalyst ★ Palo Alto / Fortinet Firewalls ★ Infoblox ★ BGP / OSPF / EIGRP ★ MPLS / DIA ★ Network Automation (Ansible) ★ High Availability & Resiliency ★ Leaf & Spine / Core & Distribution & Access TOOLS: Cisco IOS | Cisco NX-OS | Cisco Nexus (9000/7000/5000/2000) | Cisco Catalyst | Cisco ACI | Arista EOS | Juniper MX/EX | ArubaOS | Nokia OS | Cisco Meraki | BGP | OSPF | EIGRP | vPC | STP | VDC | VXLAN | EVPN | NAT | QoS | Multicast | VRF | DMVPN | IPsec | HSRP | VRRP | GLBP | LACP | LLDP | CDP | Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN | Viptela SD-WAN | SilverPeak SD-WAN | MPLS | DIA | Metro Ethernet | Palo Alto | Fortinet | Cisco ASA | Cisco ISE | Cisco DNA | Wireshark | Ansible | TCL Shell | Python | SecureCRT | PuTTY | ServiceNow | Microsoft Teams | Zoom | Webex | Outlook | Visio CERTIFICATIONS: CCIE Routing & Switching #51201 | CCNP | CCDA | MCSE

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication with 20 years of experience across Firewalls, Networking, VoIP, Wireless, Datacenter, Servers, and related technologies. Security: Cisco ISE, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA 5500, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Check Point, Sophos, FortiGate, Dell SonicWall, Juniper, PFSense, Rapid7, WatchGuard, Barracuda SIEM: SolarWinds, Wazuh, Splunk Networking: Cisco, HP,/Aruba, Brocade, Juniper, Zylex, MikroTik, GPON/EPON, Ubiquiti, Microtik VoIP: Cisco, Avaya, Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, Microsoft Teams, Grandstream, Fusion PBX Wireless: Cisco, Ubiquiti, Mojo (AirTight), Aruba Video Collaboration: Cisco TelePresence MX200/300/SX20, TelePresence Server, TelePresence Conductor, Avaya Scopia XT Data Center: VMware vSphere 7.x, Cisco UCS, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, Oracle VirtualBox Applications: Microsoft SCCM, MS SQL Server, WSUS, RADIUS Server, Squid Proxy Server, KeePass, WordPress, Intune Cloud Platforms: Office 365, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure Storage: NetApp, Western Digital, Synology Routing Protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP Network Tools: Wireshark, SolarWinds, NetFlow, PRTG, Cacti, Scrutinizer, LogZilla, Wazuh Operating Systems: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, CentOS, Ubuntu

I'm the Level III IT consultant who works for other MSPs and IT consultancies — the senior hand you bring in for the hard problems junior techs escalate: network redesigns, cybersecurity hardening, server migrations, and emergency triage. 30+ years in the trenches, U.S. Navy trained, Top Rated with a 100% Job Success score. Based in the Chicago area / Northwest Indiana, with remote and on-site coverage nationwide. Where I go deep: - Networking & Security: Design, configure, and secure networks with SonicWall, Fortinet, Cisco/Meraki, UniFi/Ubiquiti, TP-Link Omada, and Netgear — firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, 2FA/MFA, site-to-site bridges. - Servers & Hosting: Nearly 30 years of cPanel/WHM, DNS, POP3/IMAP, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace; Apache/PHP/MySQL on RHEL/CentOS/AlmaLinux for reliable hosting and maximum uptime. - Systems & Cloud: Windows Server 2025, Windows 11, Linux, and macOS; Azure/Hyper-V virtualization and AWS/GCP deployments — from design through deployment and ongoing operations. - Microsoft Stack: Microsoft 365 administration and migration, Entra, Intune, and Active Directory Group Policy. Industry experience: HIPAA-compliant IT for medical/dental, Dealer Management Systems for automotive groups, secure corporate networks, and structured wiring and access control for warehouses. How I work: Precise and methodical. Project-based engagements first, hourly for smaller targeted work. I bring clear status updates and a bias toward documenting what I change, so the next person — internal or external — can pick up where I left off. I coordinate across internal IT teams, third-party vendors, and contract boards when an engagement requires it. Background: Self-taught IT professional since 1997; U.S. Navy Aircrewman, Patrol Squadron 26 (VP-26), 1990–1995, earning a Navy Achievement Medal for technical expertise on a classified surveillance system. Network Operations Center engineer at eSignal/Interactive Data, 2000–2007. Founded Ateki LLC in 2002. If you need a senior consultant who can redesign a network, harden security, migrate a server room, or own the escalations your team is stuck on — and who shows up, communicates, and documents — let's talk about your project.